How to Pronounce "i fear"
expression
ˈaɪ/ /ˈfɪɹ
eye FEER
ˈaɪ/ /fˈiə
eye FEE-uh
Definition
A formal or polite way to say that you are worried or think that something negative might be true; often used to gently introduce bad news or concerns.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaɪ/ /ˈfɪɹ
British English
ˈaɪ/ /fˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
eye FEER
UK
eye FEE-uh
Listen in Context
I fear it will rain today.
I fear we are too late.
I fear there is no solution.
I fear you may not like what I'm about to say.